Mitchell Shire’s Youth Fest activities

By Bianca Hall

Sep 6, 2022

Shred it: Learn to skate these school holidays. Photo by Megan Fisher

Mitchell Youth Services is celebrating Youth Fest 2022 with a month of activities and events.

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It is a chance to try something new, develop skills, pursue interests and have fun.

The festival will include events, training, workshops and celebrations across September.

Mitchell Shire Mayor Bill Chisholm said the shire was excited to be part of Victoria’s Youth Fest celebrations.

“Council is very thankful to be working in our community with so many supportive partner organisations that make Youth Fest possible,” he said.

“I look forward to seeing our young people out enjoying themselves and learning new skills.”

A full calendar of events can be found at www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au/youth-fest

Youth Fest events

Games day at The Bridge

Thursday, September 8, at Wallan Youth Hub, 119 Wellington St, Wallan, 2.30pm to 5.30pm.

Free event for people aged between 12 and 24. Includes a free barbecue, tunes and free merchandise and games.

For information, phone Kristy on 0408 507 887 or visit https://thebridge.org.au/September

Skate comp

Sunday, September 11, at Wallan Skate Park.

The Skate Park League competitions are skate, scooter and BMX events that embrace skate park culture and bring the community together. All competitors go in the draw to win raffle prizes.

There is a free barbecue lunch for competitors and spectators provided by the Rotary Club of Southern Mitchell.

Try tennis for free

Monday, September 12, at Kilmore Tennis Club, 4.30pm to 6pm.

Tennis racquets will be provided for participants to use and no registrations are required. Walk-ins are welcome.

Barista for beginners

Tuesday, September 20, and Wednesday, September 21, from 9.30am to 2.30pm.

Hosted in Wallan. Location given upon registration at www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au/youth-fest

A free two-day workshop for 15 to 24-year-olds. Learn the basics of coffee-making and hospitality service, experience hands-on training in a mock cafe environment and connect with employment and training opportunities.

Includes a light lunch and snacks.

Tribes Day

Tuesday, September 20, at Upper Plenty Conference Centre, 11am to 4pm.

The day will include games like bubble soccer, activities, walks, lunch and prizes.

This event is part of Youth Fest and for 12 to 18-year-olds only.

There will be a bus to collect and drop off participants from stops in Seymour, Broadford, Kilmore and Wallan.

Admission is $10. Registration by September 15 is essential. A timetable will be sent after registration.

For information, phone Faith Battistella on 0434 630 489 or email faith@wallangateway.org.au

Rhythm expression drumming and yoga at the bridge

Thursday, September 22, at Wallan Youth Hub from 10am to 3pm.

Morning yoga and mindfulness activities for people aged 12 to 24 with a qualified yoga instructor and a rhythm expression drumming session in the afternoon.

Lunch will be provided.

Registrations essential at www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au/youth-fest

Gnarly Mitchell Youth Fest

Monday, September 26, at Green Shed in Kings Park, Seymour, from 11am to 2pm.

Free event for people aged 12 to 24 including a barbecue, skating, scootering and screen printing.

Free first-aid and CPR training

This is good to have on your resume, especially for jobs in childcare or at a sports and aquatic centre.

Register with Mitchell Youth Services to receive your voucher for first-aid and CPR training at Broadford Living and Learning Centre.

Training can be booked for the first Sunday of every month until February 28, 2023. This offer is open for entry until December 1 or until vouchers run out.

Vouchers are available for young people aged 12 to 24 who live, socialise or study in Mitchell Shire.

Registrations are essential at www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au/youth-fest